2 h. ago 'Rare atmospheric phenomenon' behind huge power outages in Spain and Portugal

Portugal's grid operator has revealed a "rare atmospheric phenomenon" contributed to the power cuts – but what does this mean?

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3 h. ago Foreign Office issues travel warning for Spain and Portugal after huge power outage

The widespread blackout has caused major disruptions in both countries

Events

5 h. ago Spain power outage: British star forced off court at Madrid Open at crucial moment

The huge power outage in Spain and Portugal has caused massive problems at the Madrid Open, where fans were forced to leave in pitch darkness, while Jacob Fearnley's match was paused

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5 h. ago Huge power outage strikes Spain, Portugal and France: Entire cities plunged into blackouts, transport networks shut down and internet is cut off in scenes of mayhem

Spain has experienced a widespread power outage, with videos online showing how the country has been plunged into travel chaos.

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6 h. ago Huge power outage strikes Spain and Portugal sparking travel chaos

Spain has experienced a widespread power outage, with videos online showing how the country has been plunged into travel chaos.

Events

2 w. ago Dover travel chaos as IT failure sparks Easter misery as thousands delayed

Thousands of Brits' holiday plans are in danger of being ruined on Sunday morning following an IT failure at the French border that has created delays of up to one hour

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